1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1502 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
